Delhi to Jammu Train
The fastest Delhi to Jammu train is the Jammu Tawi Rajdhani Express (12423) — daily from New Delhi (NDLS) to Jammu Tawi (JAT) in approximately 8 hours. Jammu Mail (14033) is the overnight Sleeper option. Distance: 577 km. Sleeper from ₹280, 3AC from ₹755. Jammu is the base for Vaishno Devi pilgrimage and Kashmir road/rail journey.
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Delhi to Jammu Train — Distance, Duration & Fares
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rail Distance | ~577 km |
| Journey Duration | 8–10 hours |
| Sleeper Class (SL) | From ₹280 approx. |
| 3 Tier AC (3AC / 3A) | From ₹755 approx. |
| 2 Tier AC (2AC / 2A) | From ₹1,080 approx. |
| Advance Booking Opens | 120 days before journey at 8:00 AM IST |
| Tatkal Booking Opens | 1 day before — AC at 10:00 AM, Non-AC at 11:00 AM IST |
* Fares are approximate base fares. Actual fares vary by train, quota, and season. Check live fares on IRCTC before booking.
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- Choose train and class — Rajdhani is fastest, AC-only. For Sleeper class, choose Express or Superfast trains. Compare departure times, days, and classes.
- Book on IRCTC — go to irctc.co.in or IRCTC Rail Connect app. Log in, select train/class/quota, and pay. Book up to 120 days in advance at 8:00 AM.
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Fastest: Jammu Tawi Rajdhani (12423)
The Jammu Tawi Rajdhani Express (12423) runs daily from New Delhi (NDLS) to Jammu Tawi (JAT) in approximately 8 hours. AC-only (3AC, 2AC, 1AC) with meals included. One of the most popular Rajdhani routes in India — this corridor serves massive pilgrimage traffic to Vaishno Devi.
Budget Option: Jammu Mail (14033)
The Jammu Mail (14033) is an overnight train from Delhi to Jammu Tawi with Sleeper and AC classes. Journey time approximately 10–12 hours. Popular with budget pilgrims and travellers who want a berth rather than chair car for the journey.
Jammu: Gateway to Vaishno Devi and Kashmir
Jammu Tawi (JAT) is the end station for most rail travellers to J&K. From JAT station, shared cabs and buses go to Katra (50 km, ~1.5 hours) — the base camp for Vaishno Devi pilgrimage. For Kashmir, roads from Jammu to Srinagar (250 km, ~8 hours) pass through the Banihal tunnel. Train services to Udhampur and Banihal extend part of the way.
Vaishno Devi from Jammu: Complete Route
Jammu station → Katra (50 km, shared cab ₹150–200 or government bus) → Katra base camp → trekked or pony ride (14 km one way) or helicopter to Bhawan. Darshan at the shrine, then return. A full pilgrimage takes 1–2 days from Jammu. Book Vaishno Devi yatra slip (parchi) at the shrine board office in Katra.
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